A great place to eat, listen to music, and great service. I really like their quesabirria appetizer.

One of my favorite places for a date or to bring friends! I feel like I'm always talking about how much I love it here. The menu is small and yet there's always plenty of yummy things to try when I go, even as a picky eater. There are multiple vegetarian and even a vegan option or two. I always have to get the guac when I come here - it's the perfect amount of creaminess without too much onion. Their red salsa is a great slightly chunky - slightly juicy texture and has a bit of a kick. The vegan burrito bowl is my go-to as a vegetarian, and the street corn side as an app is elite! It is a little spicier these days since the recipe was updated from on the cob to off the cob (I much prefer off for ease of eating and sharing!) The Coconut Cartel margarita was creamy and smooth and went down *quick* haha. Others in my party loved the spicy Margarito, although they were out of the main spicy tequila but the servers offered substitute recommendations. I came with a very large work group today, and the servers were so patient and flexible when we asked for modifications from the menu. I even was able to order the queso dip with the chorizo on the side (yummy but very thick cheese dip!), and they were very attentive of my colleague's mushroom allergy and made sure she got dedicated dishes, even when we were all sharing apps. The churro donuts seem to have changed recipe and got mixed reviews - some thought they were dry, another says she Uber Eats just those regularly Sitting outside in the summer on the patio is nice. Tasty, interesting dishes with modern urban twists on Mexican recipes. Truly the only slight downside is that sometimes parking can be tricky in this area, but you can always find free street parking, it may just take you a little bit. Even the funky and creative decor is a selling feature for me. A must-try! read more

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Cool spot near downtown providence. Plenty of seating indoors and a big outdoor sitting area (but not in this heat!). They had lots of TVs spread out in diff areas, you could catch the world cup games without any issues. The service was super attentive and friendly. Tacos were good, I had a pastor and carnitas taco. Both made with fresh tortillas and the meat had plenty of flavor. Only minor miss was the guac. Didnt taste that fresh, but was not bad. Would def come back to this place, cant go wrong with the main items on the menu. read more

Xaco Taco - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Walked into a dirty bathroom with plugged toilet, hostess on her phone, and a sticky bar...after that I got to listen to the bartender gossiping with a server about another employee who "clearly didn't know the rules" according to them. I finally got a menu, and when I was able to squeeze in a drink order. I was given a Mexican Coke without a glass or ice, guacamole with no information or instructions on the two salsas that came with it...after I used my napkin to try and clean off the sticky surface on the bar, I ordered a Carne Asada taco, which was delicious. Somebody came up behind me and placed a neon orange bottle of some kind of sauce without any name on it or instruction on how to use it. I've never been to this restaurant before, and I was pretty bummed by the minimal effort. They have quite a few screens set up, but they are at awkward angles. If you're sitting at the long side of the bar, you have to literally turn your body in order to see one of the screens. read more

Xaco Taco - Mexican coke and guacamole - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Gentrified Mexican Food. Not authentic mexican food. Staff was nice ive been twice. Only been there on weekends and it was not busy enough to wait to be seated but we did wait over 45 minutes for our food. read more

Xaco Taco is delicious and I feel like they have something for everyone! The service is always friendly and I love the space! *New update on happy hour menu- tacos are now $3 (select ones) but they also have a $5 margarita special during this time- and all day on Mondays so it evens out! My favorite tacos are the fried fish (not usually on the happy hour menu, but worth it)! Cheers! read more

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DELICIOUS! Their happy hour has changed a bit but they are still as good as ever- they even now let you mix and match tacos for a platter- yay! Fantastic service and cool bar area- I always recommend this place to friends who are in the area! *Crispy fish tacos are still my favorite item on the menu. Carnitas tacos are my 2nd favorite but I need to try their Al Pastor next time! They also have really good chips and guacamole. read more

Xaco Taco - The Giving Tree - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Xaco has tasty tacos that come in some unique and interesting combinations. There are three different seating areas; dining room, bar/ atrium and an outdoor patio, all are comfortable and offer a unique experience. The service was adequate. Bonus: there's a $2.00 taco special with beverage purchase between 3-5pm read more

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Great food and service we even tried the grasshoppers. It was a different experience, but a fun memory to create. We tried the cauliflower, lobster, carnitas and barbacoa tacos. You definitely have to try the lobster tacos. We also had the chips with guacamole and salsa as well as the queso. They serve a ton of chips with the sauces, which is really nice. Service was good and atmosphere was fun and upbeat. It's a perfect place to go after a long day at the hospital. read more

Xaco Taco - Grasshoppers! - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Xaco Taco was our pitstop before seeing a show at a local bar in Providence. The restaurant itself is very large, they have both indoor and outdoor seating. I enjoyed the cute hightop tables outside, but there must be some kind of wasp nest near the place because there were wasps flying over to us and like usual there was one that wouldn't leave me alone! :( For some reason wasps and bees love to fly around and bother me, im like some kind of bug magnet. We ended up putting one under a plastic cup so we could finish our food. (We let it go before we left). The margarita flight was very good, it came with three different margaritas with a couple different rims and flavors. We had fun tasting them all and got a nice buzz. The chips and guac were nice but unremarkable, and then there was the tacos. They were great but pretty spicy. At first I loved the flavor but as the spice built up I couldn't continue eating them. The least spicy was the fried shrimp taco, the other two were pretty hot. I'm not super great with spice but I can handle it usually. So long story short, the tacos were good but it could be helpful to have some kind of spice meter listed for those that are sensitive. But overall good food and good energy in this place. read more

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I love Xaco taco. Their food is delicious, fresh and super flavorful. On this visit I stuck with water, but I usually pair tacos with a fruity marg and some chips and guac. It's all wonderful! Whether you are looking for a quick bite or want a night out and some good quality food, they offer that! The service is always great. They're attentive and helpful. They check in often too. Much appreciated. The restaurant is vibrant, fun and inviting. There is tons of seating! The only downsize is they charge more if you use a card over cash and it's street parking with meters. But it's providence, so that's not uncommon. Overall a great spot. read more

Xaco Taco - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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The vibe at Xaco Taco is so cute -- very metro, very mindful in its design. Honestly, the space alone makes it worth a visit. The food, I'd put at about a 3.5 out of 5. Not bad, but not quite as strong as the atmosphere. One note: when a menu says "queso," I'm expecting a dip -- something smooth, warm, and scoopable. What I got was more of a melted, stringy cheese topping. Not bad if you're looking for cheese-pull moments, but not quite the queso experience I was hoping for. On the other hand, the carne asada fries were a hit -- my husband really enjoyed them. The real star for me, though? The ranch water. I would absolutely go back just for that drink. Refreshing, crisp, perfectly done. So overall: food gets a 3.5/5, but the experience itself (thanks to the decor and drinks) lands at a solid 4/5. Cute spot, worth checking out -- especially if you're there for the vibe and cocktails. * Margarita flight (good) * Ranch water (good) * Queso (no go, too stringy) * Carne Asade fries (good) 370 Richmond St Providence, RI 02903 United States read more

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As someone who is very picky when it comes to tacos I am so ecstatic that we found this place. I've passed this place so many times and didn't bother going, they have a big parking lot, which is free and perfect. They have indoor and outdoor seating and the decor is what catches your eye first. I love how it brings culture out, I love it. Day of the dead and skeletons everywhere! So cool! We were greeted upon entry and seated at a high table right next to a mini suv old fashion van, I freaking love it, so cool! They had TVs pretty much everywhere and I noticed all the employees worked as a team and all seemed to be smiles and helpful. We had Nikki as our server, super attentive and sweet. We really enjoyed Nikki she's a great server and you can tell she enjoys her job and the atmosphere didn't seem to stress her. We got $2.00 tacos, they were so flavorful and stuffed. They aren't cheaply made at all, weren't stingy with the meat I love this. We also got margarita flights, which also had great taste and a great trio. When the bill came out I was shocked only 40 something dollars for 7 tacos and 2 margarita flights, excuse me? What a steal. Oh yes I'll be back! I want their tacos now! My new taco spot. For sure don't be like me a drive by this place and not give it a go you're missing out. Oh and the vibes and music, it's so chill in there. Wish I could give 10 stars! read more

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We came here at 5 PM on a Friday night and had a very delicious dinner. The food was all very tasty and the margaritas were great. We were able to get seated quickly and had a great waiter. My only complaint is how loud it was. I know that makes me sound so old, but the music was loud enough that it made it hard to hear the person across the large circle table. I might be biased because we came with kids too. Regardless, we will definitely come back for more good food and drinks! read more

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The big standout was the service. We went for lunch and our waiter was friendly and attentive. The ambiance was very nice. Everyone enjoyed their food. We each got 2 tacos and an order of chips for the table. Two of us ordered our tacos as a plate, which adds rice and beans. The food was good, but there's a lot of competition for good Mexican in this area. My son and wife weren't crazy about the cauliflower taco. The best I've had is in Central Falls, and it wasn't quite up to that standard. read more

Xaco Taco - Chips and salsa (free refills but we didn't need them) - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Short summary: VERY good tacos, great atmosphere, but one major complaint! Please wear hair nets! We came on a Saturday for lunch and got in fairly quickly, we sat inside which was nicely decorated. Our server was nice, and we got the guacamole and the queso- both were yummy! The presentation for the queso was fun. I got the shrimp diablos taco (the best by far!) and the Baja fish, also great. I also got a side of beans, with a hair in it. I'm glad I ate the beans last, it turned me off the rest of my meal. You can see into the kitchen and no one is wearing hairnets, I think that's a huge miss as the food is wonderful, but hairs are not!! Please wear hairnets, it's for hygiene, not fashion. The food is great so we will come back, but hopefully we will see hairnets in use. read more

Xaco Taco - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Service can be a bit slow but great tacos and fun drinks! Got seated very quickly too :)

This place is amazing! The workers are very friendly. We had eight come in, two of whom were Babys. And one that couldn't talk because of a disability, and Niki is the best worker, everyone is kind, quick, understanding, and very funny! The food is amazing, it's very spicy but good. And it smells good inside! I do recommend! I will hopefully be coming back! read more

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Spicy marg is to die for & the mushroom tacos have sooo much flavor. Absolutely love the atmosphere in both dining rooms & at the bar. The service was so great! All waitresses & servers were very nice, and helpful with appetizer recommendations!! Cannot wait to continue dining here! read more

Vibes, food, service, and staff here check all the boxes. Our waiter was so quick and efficient. We had food at our table before we even finished ordering! No, that wasn't even an exaggeration. Vibes were immaculate. Very Mexican and very dias de los muertos-esque. Food is 10/10. Everything was spot on. Especially for rhode island too - it was as authentic as you could have it in the states. Also, If this is what "ranch water" tastes like, I want it all the time. Coconut tequila with coconut water and lime juice was way more delicious than I anticipated. I felt like I was getting lit and hydrated at the same time! Also churros are a must. It was like eating fluffy air with an aftertaste of chocolate. read more

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When we first came in we got a table immediately. The music was great and the decor was very Mexican themed. Within 2 minutes they already asked for a drink (which I think is great). Then a little later we ordered our food and we changed the taco up a little bit and we got exactly what we wanted. The food was fabulous and ate most of the food. When we left we wanted to come back again because of how good this place was. The service was really good and the food came out fast read more

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We've been coming to Xaco Taco, a funky street taco place with a fun vibe and great bar, for a few years. But summertime is when it really shines. The wall of window/doors are opened up to fantastic patio dining. The servers are happy and the margs are flowing. And the LOBSTER taco is in season!! I wait all year for these! What I like about the menu is that you can order tacos a la carte or as a platter. We did the lobster taco platter to split which gave us 2 tacos and a side of rice & beans. And then we each ordered a second type of taco. We also started with the shrimp and scallop ceviche- which looks smaller than it is. Everything we've ever had here from the tacos to the margaritas to the tres leches cake is always delicious. It's also a great place to go with a group. read more

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If you're in the mood for Mexican, this isn't a bad place to stop. They have a good chip and guac, and then I had three different tacos. The chicken taco was my favorite, but they were all very good. The service was good, we sat outside before it was too cold. The restaurant is cute! read more

Skeletons and Tacos? Sign me up! The only thing better than the wall art throughout the establishment is all the different tacos. The tacos are more street taco size so keep that in mind when ordering. I'd say 3-4 if you're on the hungrier side. I love that all of the tacos have their unique toppings. The Al Pastor has pineapple, the fish has that fish slaw stuff (that sounds more gross than it is), the fried oyster has carrots. It's not the typical lettuce and cheese which some places just change the proteins. I highly recommend giving this place a tray, even if your ascared of bones that form a human body. read more

Xaco Taco - Fish, Oyster and Shrimp Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Perfect Afternoon Taco Fix My wife and I stopped into Xaco Taco in Providence for their everyday $3 tacos from 3-5 PM, and it absolutely hit the spot. We tried the Shrimp Diablo, Carnitas, and Barbacoa De Carne tacos, plus chips and salsa on the side. Every taco delivered that Mexican street‑taco punch we were craving--fresh, flavorful, and surprisingly generous for the price. The restaurant wasn't busy around 3:30 PM, which made the experience even better. The space was clean, relaxed, and comfortable. Our server, Francisco, was outstanding--friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. For a quick, delicious, and affordable taco fix, this place nails it. We'll definitely be back. read more

Food: -carne asada fries: these were actually tasty! Fries were nice and crispy with the softness inside, the carne was tender, and all of the toppings really complemented the dish. I would order this again! -Al pastor tacos: I liked it but I've had better. Don't get me wrong, it's tasty, but when you had a lot of authentic types, it's hard to compare it to. It was fresh but it didn't have the flavorful marinated texture or taste to it. - shrimp diablo tacos- this one was my fav there. The flavors all worked well together. Service: Our waiter was great. Super attentive and helpful. We got our food pretty quick too. Ambiance: I love the spot. It's spacious, has nice decor and a volts van inside lol there's a large bar, plenty of tables and outside seating too. There's also street parking and a parking lot across the street from it for customers. read more

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Came here after the restaurant next door was too full. I got the vegan bowl and my daughter had rice and beans with shrimp. The shrimp was just okay. The vegan bowl was decent and I'm thankful they have vegan options. I don't know if I would come back. The service was very average and the margarita was incredibly sweet- I think too syrupy. read more

Xaco Taco - Vegano - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Service was great and the outdoor seating in nice evening was perfect. The chips and guac were decent but nothing special. The carnitas taco was okay but could have been more flavorful. The Baja shrimp and Baja fish tacos were what powered this meal. They were so good and I would 100% be back for more. I'm excited to go back for those and try the drinks. The picnic tables outside would be good for larger groups too. read more

Xaco Taco - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

It had been many, many years since we'd visited here. Not sure why - just fell off our radar. The RI Food Fights Taco Mania competition brought us back, and, wow - are we glad it did! We arrived early at lunch hour to a rapidly filling place & found a comfy spot at the bar. It's such a fun, festive atmosphere in here - so perfect for a night out with friends! The friendly bartender quickly hooked us up with a delicious Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca & a fun, fantastic Margarita Flight. While we hadn't planned on a "liquid lunch" today, it was great to get to try a good sized taste of three popular margaritas. While they were each delicious and very well balanced, we agreed that the Blood Orange was our favorite. On to the food... We started off with a Queso Fundido. As one of us does not eat pork - we asked for it to be made sans chorizo - no problemo. This "vat o' cheese" appetizer is one of our favs, particularly when made with rajas poblanas & good tortillas. We absolutely love that the tortillas here are made freshly on site all day long, using GMO free corn. This truly sets Xaco apart from other taquerias in the area. On to the tacos... Shrimp Diablo, Baja Fish, El Chingon and Coliflor Frita were all unique & delicious. The dark horse, and our unexpected fav was that cauliflower taco - just an amazing explosion of flavor & texture! So glad we found our way back here... a fun joint that's sure to make it into our regular stops! read more

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I'm sure I'm gonna catch a lot of flack for this review, my co-workers LOVE this place because it's got a cool vibe and has many vegan/vegetarian/gluten free options to pick from plus a full bar, delicious drinks, and outdoor seating, so we end up here by default when we get together as a group. I think the food here is average - there are definitely better Mexican restaurants in the nearby area. I think their sister location, Oz tacos & tequila in Lincoln is significantly better. The service is slow and in the dozen or so times I've been here, they have always magaged to forget something that someone had ordered - literally every time! The staff is nice enough and they work together to run food and drinks - the big issue I have is the food just isn't great. read more

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Natalie was my server. She was absolutely amazing. Great service thank you so much for the great food and the good conversations.

Ordered Churro donuts w/dulce de leche dip. Ate one and wasn't impressed, it was very airy. Atmosphere is a vibe, industrial look with metal seating. Outdoor dining available but parking is on street. Will come back for food read more

Amazing experience. As soon as you take a seat the waiter is there to take your order. I had the fish tacos and blood orange marg. Excellent choice. The parquing its a bit tricky. You need to park behind Neck a knee the restaurant; there you can park for free. If you want a Latino experience with music this is the place for ya. As I said the service is excellent and ambiance Latino influence. Consequently if you are visiting Provudence don't forget to visit this place. Hasta la prixima amigos. read more

I've been to Xaco Taco twice already and it never disappoints!!! Their delicious tacos have something to offer for meat lovers, vegetarians, pescatarians or vegans! Their mushroom tacos are incredible, and so are the zesty shrimp and fish tacos!! Their service is also extremely fast! Even on busy nights we were served shortly after ordering! I would highly recommend trying their Jamaica tea, as it is a tasty and fruity addition to the whole meal! Looking forward to coming back to try a whole new set of tacos! read more

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Xaco Taco what a gem, I have passed by this restaurant multiple times and finally stopped in. I gave to say from the moment I walked thru the entrance it felt like I was being transformed to another place. The greeting, the decor was all beautiful organized. I loved the bike spelling good and the buggy van what a treat. The service was A1 our waitress Nikki was so nice, attentive and understanding when we mistakenly ordered something incorrect. I did take advantage of the $2 tacos deal and I also ordered the margarita flights. They have an atm machine for your convenience and a bar if you prefer. They also had T.V.s. Parking is easily accessible. You can dine outside or inside, we chose inside and for our first visit thought it was a great choice. It's a casual, chill vibe. I can't wait to go back different a good spot for an after work coworkers get together. Food and drinks priced well. read more

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Had some good tacos in a nice outdoor patio space along with a pretty great margarita. Service was friendly and the fish taco was nice and crispy. read more

Yummy food!! We got their vegetarian bowls with mushroom and cauliflower, and cauliflower tacos. We had guacamole and chips which comes with salsa verde. Everything was delicious. Our server was really nice and he checked in frequently enough to make sure we had all that we needed which was nice. The ambiance was relaxed and had good music. Would definitely eat here again! read more

When I lived on the east coast 25 years ago you could not find a taco to save your life. Now they have places like this! Wonderful $2 taco menu in a casual but elevated setting. Solid carnitas, barbacoa and chicken tinga. Deliciousness on homemade corn tortillas. We had a late lunch (3-5 pm) when $2 tacos were on the menu and boy was it also a cheap lunch. Chips and green salsa was delicious and service was attentive. read more

Great food, love the shrimp tacos and quesabirra. Sat at the bar had a fun night, can't wait to go back in the summer when they open the patio again! read more

Xaco Taco - She - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Updated Review: This place is a 10/10. Delicious Flights, and margaritas. Delicious Tacos. Friendly bartenders, and aesthetically pleasing. Detailed review below ! read more

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